A laid-back Southern man named Lucas Jackson is sentenced to two years in a rural prison for cutting off the tops of parking meters. While in prison, he refuses to conform to the strict rules and regulations. Despite facing hard labor and constant harassment from the prison gang leader, Lucas becomes a hero among the prisoners and gains the nickname "Cool Hand Luke." However, his rebellious nature ultimately leads to his tragic demise, making him a symbol of defiance against an unjust system.
Bad Boys follows the story of two unconventional policemen who are forced to work together to bring down a notorious criminal gang. As they delve deeper into the case, they discover a web of corruption and betrayal that puts their lives in danger.
The Murder of Mary Phagan is a gripping TV show that tells the story of the murder of a young girl in Atlanta, Georgia, in the 1910s. The show focuses on the social injustice, prejudice, and miscarriage of justice that surround the murder case. It follows the journey of a journalist fighting the system to uncover the truth and bring justice to the victim. The show is based on a true story and explores themes of bigotry, hate crime, and anti-Semitism. It provides a compelling look into the courtroom and the fight against a false accusation. The Murder of Mary Phagan is a two-part TV miniseries that sheds light on a dark chapter in history.
Brubaker is a drama crime movie released in 1980. It is based on the true story of Henry Brubaker, a prison warden who goes undercover in a prison in Arkansas to expose corruption and improve the conditions for prisoners.
A woman gets abducted while her husband is framed for murder. The husband must fight to prove his innocence and find his wife.
After being wrongly convicted and sentenced to prison, a man discovers a hidden treasure map. With the help of his fellow inmates, he plans a daring escape and sets off on a dangerous journey to find the buried treasure. Along the way, he faces numerous obstacles, including a vengeful ex-boyfriend, corrupt prison guards, and a priest with a dark secret. As the body count rises, the man must stay one step ahead of his pursuers and outsmart them at every turn.
Healing follows the journey of a prisoner named Viktor who is serving a long sentence in a maximum security prison in Victoria, Australia. Through his work in the prison's bird rehabilitation program, Viktor discovers a newfound connection to nature and begins to heal from his past traumas. Along the way, he forms a deep bond with a wounded eagle and finds hope and redemption in the process.
Aging ex-con tries to stop his daughter from getting involved with shady characters.
Nightmare in Badham County is a psychotronic film that portrays the horrifying experiences of women in a brutal and sadistic prison. The story follows the plight of a female protagonist who gets thrown into this racially segregated prison. She encounters vicious guards, sexual cruelty, and a corrupt prison system. As she fights for survival, she unveils the malicious nature of the prison and the evil sheriff who runs it.
San Quentin's new warden crusades for reform and for a framed inmate who loves a nurse.
Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye (1950) is a crime film-noir that follows an anti-hero who seeks revenge after being wronged. He gets involved in a love triangle, which leads him down a path of murder, jealousy, and deception. The film explores themes of corruption, prison escape, and the consequences of one's actions.
Carbine Williams follows the true story of a man named Marsh Williams, a skilled gunsmith who is falsely accused of murder. While serving time in prison, Williams transforms himself and invents a new kind of automatic rifle, which catches the attention of a government agent. With his intelligence and determination, Williams fights against an unjust system and eventually receives a pardon from the governor.
A victim of circumstance, country and western musician Paul Ramsey finds himself on a Southern chain gang.
Cellmates is a comedic and poignant film about Leroy Lowe, a prison warden in Texas, who forms an unlikely friendship with Valentin, a Mexican immigrant artist. Together, they navigate the challenges of racism, poverty, and the prison system while exploring themes of redemption, art, and social reform. With a touch of surrealism and deadpan humor, Cellmates is a unique and thought-provoking film.
A documentary on the making of 'Cool Hand Luke' (1967).
The superintendent of a women's prison is pressured to pardon a member of a criminal gang. When she refuses, her daughter is framed on a manslaughter charge and sent to prison.
In this drama film, a man with a double-breasted suit and a secret identity must navigate the courtroom, prison, and his own memories to protect his family and keep his true identity hidden.
The Hell Hole of North Carolina. In 1957, the people of North Carolina feared two things - the mountain chain gang and a man named Seabo. North Carolina's Buckstone County Prison and Chain Gang were infamous as the most feared correctional institution in the country. Run by the sadistically brutal Warden Coley and his henchman, Jimbo, prisoners rarely caused a problem and those that did, didn't live long enough to talk about it.
When Canada's Government takes the decision to transform the correctional system to one that puts punishment first, the country's rehabilitative prison farms are one of the first causalities. A strong opposition forms towards the farm closures and for two days in late summer of 2010, hundreds of angry protesters stand in front of Frontenac Prison Farm in the heart of Kingston, Ontario, ready to block cattle trucks brought in to remove the hundred-year-old prize dairy heard.
Factor 8: The Arkansas Prison Blood Scandal is a documentary that explores the shocking revelation of contaminated blood within a prison in Arkansas. The film delves into the corrupt practices of a pharmaceutical company, the impact on prisoners and their families, and the government's role in the scandal. It also sheds light on the struggle for justice and the fight to expose the conspiracy surrounding the scandal. With themes of corruption, abuse of power, and political intrigue, Factor 8 is a gripping exposé of a dark chapter in American history.
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